CarRecallWatchThe 1983 Pontiac Firebird has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (3 reports).
2Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1983 Pontiac Firebird recalls
Most common 1983 Pontiac Firebird problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 3 |
| Parking Brake | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
THE FRONT SEAT BELTS IN MY FIREBIRD HAVE FAILED AND THE MANUFACTURER NO LONGER HAS PARTS AVAILABLE. THEY WERE SUBJECT TO A RECALL, 85V169000, IN 1985. *AK
DT: THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT DOES NOT RETRACT AFTER BEING EXTENDED AND THE PARKING BRAKE DOES NOT HOLD THE VEHICLE. THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL, # 85V169000, 91V055000 REGARDING THE SEAT BELT WEBBING AND PARKING BRAKE. THE VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEMS AS INDICATED IN THE RECALLS; HOWEVER IT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO THE VIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION AND REPAIR.
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT DOES NOT RETRACT AFTER BEING EXTENDED AND THE PARKING BRAKE DOES NOT HOLD THE VEHICLE. THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL, # 85V169000, 91V055000 REGARDING THE SEAT BELT WEBBING AND PARKING BRAKE. THE VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEMS AS INDICATED IN THE RECALLS; HOWEVER IT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO THE VIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION AND REPAIR.
PLEASE SEND ME INFORMATION ON RECALLS THAT WOULD CAUSE ACCIDENTS. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK
1983 Pontiac Firebird questions
Does the 1983 Pontiac Firebird have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1983 Pontiac Firebird: Parking Brake:Conventional; Seat Belts:Front:Webbing. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1983 Pontiac Firebird?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (3), Parking Brake (2), Unknown Or Other (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1983 Pontiac Firebird has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
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